Rich Gaspari

Richard Gaspari, born on 16 May 1963, is an American retired professional bodybuilder and a former member of the IFBB. He turned professional in 1984 and placed second at the 1985 Night of Champions before finishing third at his first Mr. Olympia that same year. He was then runner-up at the Mr. Olympia in 1986, 1987 and 1988, the years of Lee Haney's long reign at the top of the sport. He also won professional contests in 1986, including the IFBB World Pro Championships, so that his career is remembered for consistent placings against the best bodybuilders of his time.